British Physics Olympiad (BPhO)
A UK-based series of physics competitions where students solve challenging problems requiring scientific knowledge and mathematical reasoning. Open mainly to students aged 16–19 through participating UK and international schools. Ranging from Expert Level, with difficulty mainly coming from unfamiliar multi-step problems, rigorous written solutions and progressively higher selection standards.
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Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Expert Level
4 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 0 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
16–19
School level
Year 13, Year 12 or below (round-dependent)
Registration method
School Only
Competition stages
BPhO Round 0, Round 1, Round 2
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
Hybrid
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition starts
1 Oct 2026
Competition ends
21 Jan 2027